The Railroads and the Courts in 1905 Regulation Debate
The Washington Post discusses legislative and judicial power over railroad rates, noting Supreme Court rulings allow state and federal regulation with constitutional limits, price discrimination issues, and potential reforms under President Roosevelt, Knox, and tariff debates affecting shippers, railroads, and industries. It also touches on shoe and leather interests, free hides, and tariff politics shaping 1908 party lines.
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Congress
United States Supreme Court
Supreme Court of the United States
Supreme Court
Commission
Stort
Thia
Interstate Commerce Commission
Knox
Rouselt
Primsclf
Henry M. Whitney
Douglas
Goveleet Gulla
Massachusetts
Oauma
Mgr
Roosevelt
Thie
Hancock
Grover Cleveland
William Jennings Bryan
Cleveland
Hrgan
Costly Legislative Sessions Amid Reform Promises
The piece argues a forthcoming Pennsylvania special legislative session to pass reform measures, criticizing past lawmaking as corrupt and costly. It notes lawmakers’ per diems, mileage, postage, and stationery costs, suggests mileage abuse via passes, and recalls broader calls for statehood issues for Oklahoma, plus political commentary on national figures and policy debates.
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Pennsylvania
Harrisburg
Philadelphia Bulletin
Philadelphia
Reeding
Congress
British General William Butler Seen as Political Catalyst
A lengthy portrait traces Gen Sir William Butler from his early studies in North America through his military career in the Ashantee and Zulu wars to his roles in Egypt and South Africa. It notes his investigations into Boer War Commissariat issues, his retirement at age, and his predicted future as a Liberal ally in Parliament.
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Willam Butler
Brest
Commissariat Department of the War
War Department
Butler
Farwell
Sir William
Wiliam
Berlin
Néore
United States
William Butler
America
Lord Wolseley
Red River
Louis Rive
Egypt
Ruskin
Red Cloud
Ireland
Archbishop Welsh
Dublin
Cardinal Manning
Hilxabeth ‘Thompson
Royal Academy
Mise Thompson
Wiliam Butler
South Africa
England
Lord Milner
Cape
William
Lord Lansdowne
Western
Plymouth
Queen Victoria
Bristol
South Afltes
Bir Wilam
Natal
Cape Colony
Lambton
Percy Scott
Ladysmith
George White
Liberal
Sir Wiliam
Politics and finance in the insurance investigation
A Philadelphia Press special reports on Gov Odell facing revolt within New York Republicans amid questions over payments tied to an underwriting syndicate. The piece notes testimonies, potential perjury risks, and how the Mercantile Trust affair tests Odell and his allies, while detailing money-market moves and government deposits as the week ends.
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McCall
New York
Bliss
Cortelyou
GO. P
Sammy Tilden
Metall
James H. Hyde
Insurance Bagnoité
Mr. Hyde
Wall Street
San Es Wisdom
Its
New National Theater
Syndicate
Ivins
Philadelphia Press
Washington Post
Odell
New York State
Washington
Platt
Ratira
Republican State Organization
Tr Odell
Gov. Flower
David B. Hut
Gov
Mercantile Trust
Benjamin Wood
Daily News
Shearn
William R Hearst
Wood
Indra Woodie
Aleve
Govdell
Trason
Equitable Life
Gov Odell
Republican
Harriman
Mr. Harriman
Hyde
Gov. Odell
Albany
Treasury
Shal
Gov. Shaw
Missouri Valley
Thea
Tyrane
Clearinghouse
Treasury Department
National Banks of
Shaw Woul
Holland
Hall Corbett
Paduogh
Harrisburg
State Board of Pars Dons
Corbett
Exell
Maysfield
Uniontown
Glding
Ezeil
Kenturcky
Blackburn-Paynter
Blackburn
Paynter Folowers
Jon Blackburn
Party Principles Amid Post-Election Debates
Editorials and interviews examine what party principles mean after independent ballots upset the machines. The piece cites Philadelphia’s GOP upheaval, notes leaders like Bull Andrews and Dave Martin remaining loyal, and discusses how the agenda shifted from Civil War era issues to civil rights and negro suffrage as the party evolves.
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Ump
Philadelphia
Thetelty
Bull” Andrews
Dave Martin
Cox
Ohio
Murphy
New York City
Republican Party
Canal Opposition Blames Railroads In Canal Fight
In the Gan Francian Chronicle the Panama Canal Commission chairman Shonts is denounced as clinging to private interests and attacking the American people. The piece argues government work under Roosevelt is sound and that railroad leaders seek to delay the canal for profit. The author asserts public support for Roosevelt grows as railroads criticize the project.
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Prom
Gan Francian Chronicle
Shonts
Panama Canal Commission
Ranbon
New York Life Insurance
Roosevelt
Calef
Wallace
Arizen
The Unfailing Friend poem excerpt from Roserville Journal
A verse from the Roserville Journal extols the ideal friend who accepts flaws and stays loyal. It celebrates a companion who offers sympathy, encouragement, and unchanging approval, ensuring the reader feels valued and alive.
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Roserville Journal
Shy Worker Dismissed After One Day At Busy Office
An office boy's mother recalls a harsh exit after she says the employer complained the worker was too strong. The dialogue notes the boy disrupted rules and furniture, while the boss praises strength yet ends his short tenure. A quirky report on job searches and odd employer remarks.
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Shy
Reflections of a Bachelor from the New York Press
Fragmented excerpt critiques gender roles and women's work in society. The text mocks ideas of female voting, independence, and domestic expectations, reflecting outdated views. It discusses how a woman's mind is perceived and how society judges her choices.
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Congress
Uprit
New York
Woman's Club For
Buffalo
Homer
Meeting Li Hung-chang with a Syracuse rider in Washington
In the Raleigh lobby in Washington a Syracuse citizen Willam D Hawley recounts riding a bicycle to present a gift wheel to Li Hung-chang. The scene includes meetings with ex-Senator Hiscock and Hon John W. Foster, a ride to the Chinese dignitary, and a playful display of skill that pleased Li and his staff. Additional notes cover Kentucky pardon news, Kentucky politics, Kansas politics, Virginia horse feet, Syracuse mayoral race, and local anecdotes.
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Willam D Hawley
Syracuse
N. Y
Raleigh
Waalington
Li Hung-chang
Mr Hawley
Gracuse
Europe
Statesman
Orient
Washington
Frank Hiscock
John W. Poster
Lt Hung-chang
Fosterny
United States
Harry
Arlington Hotel
Thieren
China
Shoreham
Buly” Garth
Dominon
Mr Garth
Virginia
Old State
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